1999 Cadillac Seville Owner's Manual
1999 Cadillac Seville Manual
1999 Cadillac Seville manual content summary:
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yellowblue The 1999 Cadillac Seville Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 3-1 4-1 5-1 6-1 7-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the "SIR" system. Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle. - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 2
Canada Limited" for Cadillac Motor Car Division whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your vehicle, so it will be there if you ever need it when you're on the road. If you sell the vehicle, please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it. For Canadian Owners - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 3
yellowblue How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner's manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you'll find that pictures and words work together to - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 4
your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words. You'll also see warning labels on your vehicle. They - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 5
SWITCH These symbols are on some of your controls: WINDSHIELD WIPER These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights: Here are some other symbols you may see: ENGINE COOLANT TEMP WINDSHIELD WASHER BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM FUSE DOOR LOCK UNLOCK TURN SIGNALS LIGHTER PARKING LAMPS FASTEN - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 6
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1 Seats and Restraint System Here you'll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. 1-2 1-6 1-11 1-12 1-12 1-18 1-19 1-19 Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts: They - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 8
reclining front seatbacks, lumbar adjustments, heated seats and head restraints. Power Lumbar Control (If Equipped) If you have this feature, the driver's and passenger's seatback lumbar support can be adjusted four ways by moving the single switch located on the side of the seat. Power Seats The - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 9
decrease support. To turn off the adaptive seat feature, press the control down. The seat will deflate when the adaptive seat control or the ignition is turned off. Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel (Option) The controls for these features are located on the driver's door panel, and are used - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 10
the seat approximates body temperature. The HI setting heats the seat to a slightly higher temperature. The heated seats can only be used when the power lumbar control feature. The front seat controls are located in the center console. The rear seat controls are located on the rear door (note that - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 11
yellowblue CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can't do their job when you're reclined like this. The shoulder belt can't do its job. In a crash you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 12
: They're for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR), or air bag system. CAUTION: Don't let anyone ride where he or she can't wear - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 13
, the law says to wear safety belts. Here's why: They work. You never know if you'll be in a crash. If you ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly. Your vehicle has a light - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 14
yellowblue Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it's just a seat on wheels. 1-8 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 15
yellowblue Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn't stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... 1-9 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 16
yellowblue or the instrument panel ... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That's why safety belts make such good sense. 1-10 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 17
driver doesn't protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers. Most accidents occur within systems only; so they work with safety belts -- not instead of them. Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts. Even if you're in a vehicle that has air - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 18
for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see the part of this manual called "Children." Follow those rules for everyone's protection. First, you'll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has. We'll start with the driver position. Driver Position This - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 19
at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there's a sudden stop or crash, or if you pull the belt - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 20
your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won't give nearly as much protection this way. 1-14 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 21
yellowblue Q: What's wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 22
this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren't as strong as shoulder - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 23
. In a crash, you wouldn't have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it. A: The belt is twisted across the - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 24
Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don't wear safety belts. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 25
"supplemental restraints" to the safety belts. All air bags -- even Next Generation air bags -- are designed to work with safety belts but don't replace them. CAUTION: (Continued) Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact Supplemental Inflatable - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 26
Generation frontal air bags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to work only in air bag inflation before and during a crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with Next Generation frontal air bags. The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 27
how, see the part of this manual called "Children" and see the caution labels on the sunvisors and the right front passenger's safety belt. The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See "Air Bag Readiness Light" in the - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 28
yellowblue How the Air Bag Systems Work Where are the air bags? The driver's frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger's frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. 1-22 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 29
is in the side of the driver's seatback closest to the door. The right front passenger's side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger's seatback closest to the door. CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 30
such as a parked car, the threshold level will be higher. The driver's and right front passenger's frontal air bags are not designed air bags, the sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflates the air bag. The inflator, air bag and related hardware are all part of the air - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 31
problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing problems but can't get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or a door - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 32
how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag systems in several places around your vehicle. Your dealer and the Seville Service Manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag systems. To purchase a service manual, see "Service and Owner Publications" in - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 33
bag when it inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. They are probably part of the air bag systems. Be sure to follow proper service procedures, and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so. The air bag systems do not need regular maintenance. Rear Seat Passenger Positions Lap - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 34
yellowblue 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don't let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. 2. Push the latch plate into - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 35
at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there's a sudden stop or a crash, or if you pull the belt - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 36
The shoulder belt should fit against your body. Children Everyone in a vehicle needs changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in system nor its air bag system is designed for them. Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 37
support for the head and neck. This is necessary because an infant's neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body. In a frontal crash, an infant in a rear-facing restraint settles into the restraint, so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 38
arms. The baby would be almost impossible to hold. Secure the baby in an infant restraint. CAUTION: Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn't weigh much -- until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can't hold it. For example, in a crash CAUTION - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 39
and young children ride in vehicles, used. An infant car bed (A) is a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle. It's an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface. With an infant car bed, make sure that the infant's head rests toward the center - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 40
of up to about 20 lbs. (9 kg) and about one year of age. This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant's head, neck and body can have the support they need in a frontal crash. Some infant seats come in two parts -- the base stays secured in the vehicle and the seat - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 41
to 40 inches (66 to 102 cm) in height, or up to around four years of age. One type, a convertible restraint, is designed to be used either as a rear-facing infant seat or a forward-facing child seat. 1-35 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 42
kg), and about four to eight years of age. A booster seat is designed to improve the fit of the vehicle's safety belt system. Booster seats with shields use lap-only belts; however, booster seats without shields use lap-shoulder belts. Booster seats can also help a child to see out the window. 1-36 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 43
is, it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle, but the child also has to be - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 44
to have an anchor installed, your dealer can obtain a kit with anchor hardware and installation instructions specifically designed for this vehicle. The dealer can then install the anchor for you. You'll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 45
yellowblue Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child's face or neck, put it behind the child restraint. 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 46
If you're using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. A child front passenger's air bag inflates, even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags. This - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 47
can secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat. You'll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 48
back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 7. Push and pull the . The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. 1-42 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 49
should wear the vehicle's safety belts. Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly. D Children who aren't buckled up can be thrown out in a crash. D Children who aren't buckled up can strike other people - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 50
crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. Q: center rear seat passenger position, move the child toward the safety belt buckle. In either case, be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child's shoulder, so that in a crash the child's upper body - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 51
yellowblue CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt's force - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 52
and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn't being used at the time of the collision. If an air bag inflates, you'll need to replace air bag system parts. See the part on the air bag system earlier in this section. If the frontal air bags inflate, you'll also need to replace the driver's and - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 53
do if you have a problem. 2-2 2-4 2-7 2-11 2-15 2-15 2-17 2-19 2-19 2-21 2-22 2-24 2-27 2-29 2-31 2-32 Keys Door Locks Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Trunk Theft Theft-Deterrent System PASS-KeyR III New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 54
the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. If they turned the ignition to ACC or ON and moved the shift lever out of PARK (P), that would - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 55
will be able to have a new one made using the bar code tag. The replacement key must have a transponder embedded in it. NOTICE: Master Key Valet Key Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent theft. You can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 56
to lock and unlock your vehicle. From the outside, use either the key or the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Because your vehicle has the theft-deterrent system, you must unlock the doors with the key or RKE transmitter to avoid setting off the alarm. The manual lock is on the top of the - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 57
person use the manual or power door locks. When the door is closed again, it will not lock automatically. Use the manual or power door locks to lock the door again. If you need to lock the doors before shifting out of PARK (P), use the manual or power door locks. Programmable Automatic Door Locks - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 58
switch or by lifting the rear door manual lock. Open the door from the outside. 2. Move the lever all the way down. 3. Do the same for the other rear door. The rear door locks will now work normally. Anti-Lockout Feature To Use One of These Locks 1. Move the lever on the door all the way up to - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 59
work, try this: Your remote keyless entry (RKE) system is intended to be used as an added vehicle entry device. It is not intended to replace a door qualified technician for service. D Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be D If you're still having trouble, see your dealer or a 2-7 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 60
unlock the other doors. Pressing this button will also disarm the theft-deterrent system and turn on is not operational if any door is open. The RKE transmitter can also be used to recall the memory seats through your dealer. Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter, the lost transmitter will - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 61
about four years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won't work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it's probably time to change the battery. NOTICE: When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 62
. The system should now operate properly. See your dealer for service if your transmitter still doesn't work properly. 2. Once the transmitter is separated, use a pencil (or a similar object) to remove the old battery. Do not use a metal object. 3. Insert the new battery as the instructions under - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 63
between the body and the trunk lid: D Make sure all other windows are shut. D Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting on AUTO and the temperature between 65_F (18_C) and 85_F (29_C). That will force outside air into your vehicle. See "Comfort Controls" in - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 64
should be facing the front of the vehicle). Slide the storage system fully forward. 3. Center the storage system access hole over the area where the spare tire panel handle was located. Position the storage system as needed and then secure it with the retainer. 4. Attach the removable net to the - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 65
trim panel. You can access the compartment by lifting the panel door. Rear Seat Pass-Through Door The rear seat pass-through release button is located in the trunk. To release the pass-through door, press the PUSH button located in the center of the trunk panel. Note: The rear-seat armrest must be - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 66
pass-through and sunroof are closed. D Turn the fan on your heating and cooling system to its highest speed, with the setting on VENT. This forces fresh outside air into your vehicle. D Open all air ducts on the instrument panel. Don't use the Trunk Lid Tie Down if you are towing a trailer, or if - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 67
key to the valet. Then take the master key with you. Theft-Deterrent System If the ignition is off and any door is open, the SECURITY light will flash, reminding you to arm the system. Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 68
Reach in and unlock the door using the manual lock and open the door. The horn will sound and the hazard lights will flash. You can turn off the alarm by unlocking the driver's door with your key, using the unlock button on the RKE transmitter or by starting the car with a valid key. D The vehicle - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 69
if the horn works. The horn fuse may be blown. To replace the fuse, see "Fuses and Circuit Breakers" in the Index. If the fuse does not need to be replaced, you may need to have your vehicle serviced. To reduce the possibility of theft, always arm the theft-deterrent system when leaving your - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 70
the vehicle's starter and fuel systems. The starter will not work and fuel will stop being delivered to the engine. Anyone using a trial-and-error method to start the vehicle will be discouraged because of the high number of electrical key codes. If when trying to start the vehicle, the engine does - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 71
and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. D Don't tow a trailer during break-in. See "Towing could be injured or even killed. They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don't leave the keys in the vehicle - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 72
: This position starts the engine. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) The following accessories on your vehicle may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned from ON to OFF: D D D D D Cellular Phone (If Equipped) Radio Power Windows Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped) Sunroof - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 73
safety feature. To restart when you're already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor. Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 74
for about three seconds. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do the same thing. Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 75
fill location (C) and next to the engine. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. 4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you don't, it could be damaged. How long should you keep the coolant - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 76
Transaxle Operation There are several different positions for the shift lever. PARK (P): This locks the front wheels. It's the best position to use when you start the engine because your vehicle can't move easily. CAUTION: (Continued) Don't leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 77
(N) only. Also use NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed. Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is "racing" (running at high speed) is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose control and hit people or - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 78
can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on. NOTICE: If your vehicle seems to start up rather slowly, or if it doesn't seem to shift gears as you accelerate, something may be wrong with a transaxle system sensor. If you - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 79
on, the PARK indicator light should come on. If it doesn't, you need to have your vehicle serviced. If the parking brake has not been fully released and you try to drive with the parking brake on, the PARK indicator light comes on and stays on. See "Parking Brake Indicator Light" in the Index for - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 80
brake should release. If it doesn't, you can manually release the parking brake. CAUTION: Always shift to PARK (P) before pulling the manual when you use the manual release lever. Before releasing the manual parking brake, be the manual release lever, which is located behind the parking brake pedal. - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 81
other parts of your vehicle. If you are towing a trailer and are parking on a hill, see "Towing a Trailer" in the Index. Console Shift Lever 1. Hold the brake pedal won't move, even when you're on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you're pulling a trailer, see "Towing a Trailer - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 82
PARK (P). This is called "torque lock." To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver's seat. To if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 83
(P), try this: 1. Turn the ignition key to ACC. Open and close the driver's door to turn off the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) feature. 2. Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4. 3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want. 5. Have the vehicle - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 84
over road debris. D Repairs weren't done correctly. D Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly. If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don't park over papers, leaves, dry grass or - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 85
, even when you're on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake after you move the shift lever to PARK (P). Follow the proper steps Trailer" in the Index. CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see the earlier Caution - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 86
lower the windows. Your vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP). See "Retained Accessory Power" in the Index. As the driver, you will still have control of the windows. Press the LOCK button again to allow your passengers to use their window controls. The light on the button goes out to indicate - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 87
Horn The horn can be sounded by pressing on the center of the steering wheel pad. Power Tilt Wheel (and Telescopic Wheel)(Option) To operate the power tilt feature, push the control up and the steering wheel will tilt up. Push the control down and the steering wheel will go down. Tilt Wheel - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 88
the Index) and check for burned-out bulbs if the arrow fails to work when signaling a turn. Headlamp High/Low Beam When the low-beam headlamps high beam. This light on the instrument panel will be on, indicating high-beam usage. Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 89
yellowblue Flash-To-Pass This feature lets you use the high-beam headlamps to signal the driver in also illuminate until you release the lever. You can control the windshield wipers by moving the lever with the wiper symbol on it. This lever is located on the right side of your steering column. - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 90
which is located on the motor until it cools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload. Rainsense t Wipers (If Equipped) The moisture sensor is mounted on the passenger's interior side of the windshield behind the rearview mirror and is used the sensitivity of the system and the frequency of - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 91
yellowblue NOTICE: The wipers must be turned off when going through a car wash to avoid damage. It is important to note that the Rainsense wiping feature (INT ADJ) can be overridden at any time by manually changing the wiper control to LO or HI speed. Windshield Washer The windshield washer has - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 92
shuts off when you apply your brakes. If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. (See "Traction Control System" in the Index.) When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may turn - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 93
lever or apply the brake. So unless you want to go faster, don't hold the lever at RES/ACC. Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed: 1. Press the button at the end of the lever to turn on the system. 2. - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 94
speed down. Of course, applying the brakes or downshifting into FIRST (1) takes you out of cruise control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don't use cruise control on steep hills. Ending Cruise Control There are three ways to end cruise control: D Move the cruise lever down to - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 95
panel controls these lamp systems: Parking Lamps Turn the exterior lamps control knob once clockwise to turn on the parking lamps, taillamps, sidemarker lamps, license plate lamp and underhood lamp. Turn the control counterclockwise to turn these lamps off. The parking brake indicator light will - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 96
be displayed on the Driver's Information Center (DIC). When DRL are on, only door while leaving the lamps on and the exterior lamps control is activated. An exception to this is when you're using short periods after dawn and before sunset. The DRL system will make the high-beam headlamps come on at - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 97
and manually turn on the parking lamps. As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system when Use the fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. When you push the fog lamp button located next to the exterior lamps control, a small indicator light and the LIGHTS - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 98
off, a HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED message will display on the Driver's Information Center (DIC). This message informs the driver that turning on the the HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED message. The light sensor for the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) and the Twilight Sentinel is located on the driver's side of the - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 99
can be manually adjusted by using the instrument panel brightness control. Turn the button counterclockwise to dim and clockwise to brighten the lighting. Push the button in to return it to the original storage position. Interior Lamps Control The interior lamps control, located in the overhead - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 100
turns on the courtesy lamps and the backlighting to the driver's door switches and to the ignition key when a door is opened or if you press the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter unlock button. The illuminated entry system works with the light sensor and it must be dark outside in order for the - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 101
high blower fan, heated seats and engine cooling fans. If the battery continues to blower may cut back to a lower speed. For more battery saving information, see "Battery Battery Saver This feature is designed to protect your vehicle's battery 10 minutes if any door is opened, the trunk is opened or - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 102
as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing. Cleaning the Photocells Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the photocells when necessary. Mirror Operation The right side of the button, located at the bottom of the mirror, turns the electrochromic mirror on and off. To - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 103
could give false readings. To adjust for compass variance: 1. Use the COMPASS side of the button located at the bottom of the mirror. Press and hold COMPASS until a zone number appears in the display. 2. Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map. 3. Press COMPASS - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 104
This feature is located on the driver's door armrest. Move the L/R select switch located under the power mirror control to choose the Outside Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror Only the driver's side outside mirror will adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you. This feature is controlled by pressing - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 105
Turn the key counterclockwise to unlock the door. Map Pocket The map/storage pockets are located on each front door as well as on the passenger's after the mirror is tilted, the power mirror controls may be used to adjust the mirror. If the mirror control is pressed while the passenger's mirror is - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 106
steps to reinstall. Convenience Net The center console comes with a storage tray, a storage compartment for CDs or tapes, a dual cupholder that unfolds, a coinholder, an optional phone and an armrest. The cupholder can be opened by pressing on the surface panel located in front of the armrest and - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 107
light. You may also have a lighter on the back of the center console near the rear seat air outlet. Note: Power to the cigarette lighter will shut off 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off. This helps to prevent battery console located below the climate control system to reveal the front - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 108
information, contact your dealer. A user's guide is provided with the telephone. D Emergency Services D Theft Detection/Notification and Stolen-Vehicle Tracking D Remote Door Unlock D Roadside Assistance with Location D Route Support D Convenience Services D Remote Diagnostics D Hands-Free, Voice - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 109
located using a manually. Sunroof (Option) There are two control switches to operate the sunroof -- one to open/close or express-open the sunroof and the other to vent the sunroof. The control switches work only when the ignition is on or when the ignition is off and the Retained Accessory - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 110
of the VENT switch. The sunshade must be opened by hand. To close, press and hold the lower part of the VENT switch. Universal Transmitter (Option) K1-62-1116-W This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 111
. Release both buttons once the indicator light starts to flash rapidly. If you have trouble programming the Universal Transmitter, make sure that you have followed the directions exactly as described. The Universal Transmitter may not work with older garage door openers that do not meet current - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 112
that you have programmed already. If the indicator light on the Universal Transmitter flashes rapidly for two seconds and then turns solid, the garage door opener has a rolling code system. In a rolling code system, the garage door motor head unit must be trained to the Universal Transmitter - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 113
opener motor head unit. Check that the training was successful. The garage door opener should now recognize the Universal Transmitter. You may either use the Universal Transmitter or the hand-held transmitter to open the garage door. If after following these instructions, you still have problems - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 114
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Lever 6. Cruise Control Lever 7. Ignition Switch 8. Air Vent Control Dial 9. Hazard Warning Button 10. Radio 11. Lamp Controls 12. Hood Release 13. Fuel Door Release 14. Trunk Release 15. HVAC Steering Wheel Controls 16. Horn 17. Audio Steering Wheel Controls 18. Heated Seat Controls 19. Traction - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 116
designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You'll know how fast you're going, how much fuel you're using and many other things you'll need to drive safely and economically. United States version shown, Canada similar 2-64 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 117
used in Canada). You may wonder what happens if a vehicle has to have a new odometer installed. The new one may read the correct mileage. This is because your vehicle's computer you last set the odometer back to zero. Press the RESET part of the button until zeros appear to reset the odometers. If - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 118
yellowblue Display Mode This button is located between the RESET TRIP A/B button and the ENG/MET button. English/Metric Display You can go back and forth from English (miles) to metric (kilometers) - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 119
on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle's functions. As you will see in the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they're working. If you are familiar with this section, you should - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 120
you start your engine, and it will flash for a few seconds. Then the light should go out. This means the system is ready. If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the engine or comes on when you are driving, your air bag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 121
is a problem. Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle's hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn't working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 122
vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning light isn't on, you still have brakes, but you don't have anti-lock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, you don't have anti-lock brakes and there's a problem with your regular brakes. See "Brake System Warning Light - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 123
the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on, your vehicle needs service. United States Canada Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light tells you that the engine has overheated. You should stop the car and - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 124
reading means the same thing as the warning light -- the engine coolant has overheated. See "Engine Overheating" in the Index. Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This system is called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 125
with this light on, after a while, your emission controls may not work as service center diagnosis and service may be required. malfunction has been detected on your vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required. D Light On Steady -- An emission control system - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 126
is still flashing, follow the previous steps, and drive the vehicle to your dealer or qualified service center for service. If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? If so, reinstall - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 127
and have your vehicle serviced. Oil Pressure Light This light tells you if there could be a problem with your engine oil pressure. NOTICE: The light goes on when you turn your key to ON or START. It goes off once you start your engine. That's a check to be sure the light works. If it doesn't come - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 128
System" in the Index. Fog Lamp Light (STS Only) This light will come on when the fog lamp button is pressed. For more information about the fog lamps, see "Fog Lamps" in the Index. Cruise Control Light This light comes on whenever you set your vehicle's cruise control. Lights On Reminder Light - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 129
the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads F. D The gage may change when you turn, stop quickly or accelerate quickly. D GAL FUEL USED on the Driver Information Center United States Canada does not correspond exactly to the amount of fuel remaining as shown on the fuel gage. The fuel gage shows - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 130
Driver Information Center (DIC) This display gives you the status of many of your vehicle's systems. The DIC is also used to display driver personalization features and warning/status messages. DIC Controls and Displays INFO RESET: Pressing this button will reset the MPG AVG, GAL FUEL USED, MPH - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 131
point. The battery saver system will start reducing certain features of the vehicle that you may not be able to notice. At the point that features are disabled, this message is displayed. It means that the vehicle is trying to save the charge in the battery. Turn off unnecessary accessories to allow - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 132
system by turning off the accessories. You can monitor battery voltage on the DIC by pressing the INFO button. The normal range is 11.5 to 15.5 volts. CHANGE BRAKE PADS - 125: This message is used to notify you that the brake pads may have worn down. A sensor is connected to the brake pads - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 133
strain on a hot engine, the air conditioning compressor is automatically turned off. When the coolant temperature returns to normal, the A/C operation will automatically resume. You can continue to drive your vehicle. If this message continues to appear, have the system repaired as soon as possible - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 134
it's dark enough outside and the headlamps and Twilight SentinelR controls are off, a HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED message will display on the DIC message appears when the outside air temperature is cold enough to create icy road conditions. LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR - 142: The left rear door is open or ajar when - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 135
SERVICE AC SYSTEM - 14: This message appears when the electronic sensors that control the air conditioning and heating systems are no longer working. Have the climate control system serviced if you notice a drop in heating and air conditioning efficiency. SERVICE AIR BAG - 83: There is a problem - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 136
on the Driver Information Center. It means that an advanced, computer-controlled system has come on to help your vehicle continue to go in the direction in which you're steering. This stability enhancement system activates when the computer senses that your vehicle is just starting to spin, as it - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 137
: This message displays when the traction control system has been temporarily shut off because your vehicle's brakes have overheated. This message does not indicate a problem with your vehicle's traction control system. After a few minutes, the traction control system will be available again and the - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 138
message is displayed. VEHICLE OVERSPEED - 52: A failure in the suspension control system has occurred when this message appears. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) determines the speed your vehicle is limited to. Have your vehicle serviced if this message appears. To begin programming, the ignition - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 139
. Note: This feature will not work if any door is open. Auto Exit Seat (If Equipped) Press the down arrow START) and the driver's door is opened. To turn this feature on, press the ON/OFF button until ON appears on the DIC. To turn this feature off, press the ON/OFF button until OFF shows. Lights - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 140
manual parking lamps are active. To turn the feature off, press the ON/OFF button until OFF appears. During dark or night conditions, if exterior lighting for about 20 seconds or until a door is opened, the key is turned out of OFF or the RKE transmitter is used to lock the vehicle. Press the INFO - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 141
PARK (P) prompt appears. This feature will automatically unlock only the driver's door when the vehicle is shifted into PARK (P). To turn the feature on, KEY OFF prompt appears. This feature will automatically unlock only the driver's door when the ignition key is turned to OFF. To turn the feature - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 142
prompts correspond to which RKE transmitter button or memory recall button has been pressed on the driver's door armrest. You may have your name and a second driver's name displayed here, replacing the prompts if RKE transmitters 1 or 2 are used to enter the vehicle or buttons 1 or 2 on the driver - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 143
. Automatic ride control is achieved through a computer used to control and monitor the suspension system. The controller receives input from various sensors to determine the proper system response. If the controller detects a problem within the system, the DIC will display a SERVICE SUSPENSION SYS - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 144
" in the Index. When the oil is changed, you'll need to reset the system. See "Oil Life Indicator, How to Reset" in the Index. This feature lets you means the oil life is gone and you should change the oil right away. The system doesn't check how much oil you have, so you'll still have to check - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 145
3-16 Comfort Controls Climate Control Panel Air Conditioning Heating Defrosting and Defogging Rear Window Defogger Ventilation System HVAC Steering Wheel Controls Climate Control Personalization (If Equipped) Audio Systems Setting the Clock AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player (If - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 146
dual-zone electronic climate control system. This system can automatically adjust and control temperature, fan speed, air delivery mode, air conditioning operation and air intake. You can use the AUTO (automatic) setting or override the automatic operation by manually altering the controls. If your - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 147
With the automatic setting, the air conditioning compressor cycles when needed to cool the air. In cold weather, when the system senses the need for heat, the airflow will be directed out the floor outlets. As the interior temperature approaches a desired setting, the blower speed will decrease. To - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 148
helpful when you are trying to cool the air quickly or limit odors entering your vehicle. In the AUTO mode, the system will use recirculation as necessary to cool the air. Pressing the recirculation button will change the operation to a manual mode and the air will recirculate non-stop. Press this - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 149
panel's display. Press the button again and the air conditioner will return to automatic control. The system will cool and dehumidify the air inside the vehicle. In the automatic mode, the air conditioning compressor only operates when the system determines it is needed. The A/C OFF function is - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 150
takes for your vehicle to cool down. Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best. Your A/C setting may be adjusted automatically or manually. It may also be set separately on the passenger's side from the driver's side. See "Climate Control Panel" earlier in this section - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 151
Defrosting and Defogging Use defrost (front) on cool and humid days to keep the windshield and side windows clear. This setting will remove fog or ice from the windshield quickly in extremely humid or cold conditions. If you desire to have more air on your feet, turn the control to the defog - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 152
can adjust the direction of airflow by moving the center control levers or you can stop the airflow by moving the control dial located on each outlet downward. Move the fan lever to adjust the blower speed from LO to HI. Adjust the knob to direct the air flow. To reduce airflow to the rear outlets - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 153
that the filter needs to be replaced early. The filter is located inside the air control module, with an access panel under the instrument panel near the accelerator pedal. The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance. See the Maintenance Schedule booklet for replacement - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 154
Controls Some heating and cooling controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. Other touch controls operate some audio controls. See "Audio Steering Wheel Controls" in the Index. Climate Control 1 or 2 located on the driver's door. TEMP: Press the up arrow on the control to increase the - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 155
yellowblue Audio Systems Your Cadillac audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first. Find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all its controls to be sure you' - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 156
being used, it will be underlined on the display. If none of the audio system. Press it again to turn on the sound. Finding a Station BAND: Press this button to select AM, FM1 or FM2. TUNE-SEEK: When this button is pressed it has two positions. Press this button to the first position to manually - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 157
with the radio off but they will not start playing until the radio is on. If you want to insert a cassette tape when the ignition is off, first press the eject button. While the tape is playing, use the VOL, TONE, LEVEL, and SPEAKER controls just as you do for the radio. Other - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 158
cassette tape may be damaged and should not be used in the player. Try a new tape to be sure your player is working properly. tape is broken. Try a new tape.) to fast forward to another part of the tape. The radio will play while the tape advances. You may use your station pushbuttons to tune to - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 159
Corporation. Auto CrO2 allows the cassette tape player to adjust start playing until the radio is on. If you want to insert a disc when the ignition is off, first press the eject button. The integral CD player down. D It is dirty, scratched or wet. D The air is very humid. (If so, wait about an hour - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 160
fast forward to another part of the compact disc. two positions. This button works the same, whether CD player to remove a compact disc. The radio will play. Eject may be activated with the radio off and/or the ignition off. Playing the Radio PWR/VOL: Press this knob lightly to turn the system - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 161
Control (AVC). With AVC, your audio system monitors the noise in the vehicle. Then, AVC automatically adjusts the volume level so that it always sounds the same to you. To use AVC, press and hold the TONE button until AUTO VOLUME CONTROL to the first position to manually tune to higher or lower - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 162
pushbutton. When battery power is removed Using RDS Mode Your audio system is equipped with Radio Data Systems (RDS). RDS mode gives you many useful use on FM stations which broadcast RDS information. RDS SELECT: Press this button to use the alternate RDS functions (RDS, TA, MSG, PTY and PTY ) located - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 163
Press the RDS SELECT button, followed by this button again to turn RDS off. All RDS functions will be turned off. REGION: You can also use the RDS button to access the region function. When an RDS station becomes weak, this function searches for a stronger station within the same network. A network - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 164
If the cassette tape or compact disc player was being used, the tape or compact disc will stay in the player and resume play at the point where not appear on the display, parts of the message will appear every three seconds until the message is completed. To see the parts of the message faster than - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 165
PTY selected.) While this message is displayed, use and to move up and down the PTY ). These buttons have factory PTY presets. See "Radio Data Systems (RDS) Program Type (PTY) Selections" in the Index. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton. When battery power is removed and later applied, you will - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 166
. RDS mode does not have to be on to use this function, but you must be tuned to an . If the cassette tape or compact disc player is playing, play will stop for the announcement presets) and source. LEVEL: After selecting the desired tone control, press the plus (+) or minus (-) symbol on this - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 167
used while listening to the radio, the cassette tape player or the CD player audio to give the front seat occupants the best possible sound qualities. FRONT SEAT can be used auto reverse plays the other side of your cassette tape. Cassette tapes may be loaded with the radio off but they will not start - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 168
cassette tape may be damaged and should not be used in the player. Try a new tape to be sure your player is working properly. tape is broken. Try a new tape.) to fast forward to another part of the tape. The radio will play while the tape advances. You may use your station pushbuttons to tune to - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 169
Auto CrO2 allows the cassette tape player start playing until the radio is on. If you want to insert a disc when the ignition is off, first press the eject button. The integral CD player or wet. D The air is very humid. (If part of the compact disc. Release it to return to playing speed. 3-25 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 170
two positions. This button works the same, whether it is upward triangle button to the right of the compact disc player to remove a compact disc. The radio will play. Eject may the radio off and/or the ignition off. Radio Data Systems (RDS) Program Type (PTY) Selections PTY List Description Adlt - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 171
Sports ...Sports Talk ...Talk Top 40 ...Top 40 Weather ...Weather CD Adapter Kits It is possible to use a CD adapter kit with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player. To activate the bypass feature, use the following steps: 1. Turn the ignition to ON or ACC - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 172
magazine from the player, slide the CD changer door all the way open, then press the eject button. Remember to keep the door closed whenever possible to played using the slots supplied in the magazine. You must first load the magazine with discs before you can play a compact disc. Load the CDs from - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 173
, it has two positions. This button works the same, whether it is pressed to audio source must be loaded to play. If none of the audio sources are loaded, NO SOURCE LOADED will appear on the display. Press this button again or press BAND to switch back to the radio. EJECT: Slide the CD changer door - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 174
Changer Errors CD CHANGER buttons 1 or 2 located on the driver's door. Your radio can store home and away presets. Home and away presets allow you to use one set of preset again. D The disc is dirty, scratched, wet or loaded label D The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and If any error - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 175
yellowblue When battery power is removed and later applied, you will not have to and the audio system will not play. If the radio is removed from your vehicle, the original VIN in the radio can be used to trace the radio back to your vehicle. Audio Steering Wheel Controls Some audio controls can be - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 176
CD will cause the player to go to the next or previous selection. When in Radio Data Systems (RDS) Program Type (PTY) mode, the up or down arrow button can be used restricted to speech and the audio quality is not as good as with the AM or FM bands. Depending on location, the radio should receive one - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 177
or other systems, and even damage them. Your vehicle's systems may also player is the use of a scrubbing action, non-abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn. The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealership (GM Part - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 178
may appear as a broken tape. To prevent the cleaning cassette from being ejected, use the following steps. 1. Turn the ignition to ON or ACC. 2. Turn the the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced. Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully. Store them in - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 179
Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised, due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD cellular telephone antenna over the grid lines. Diversity Antenna System Your AM-FM antennas are located in the front windshield and rear window. Be - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 180
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magazine from the player, slide the CD changer door all the way open, then press the eject button. Remember to keep the door closed whenever possible to -SEEK: When this button is pressed, it has two positions. This button works the same, whether it is pressed to the first or second position. Press - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 183
to play. If none of the audio sources are loaded, NO SOURCE LOADED will appear on the display. Press this button again or press BAND to switch back to the radio. EJECT: Slide the CD changer door all the way open. Press the upward triangle button. The CD magazine will eject. Compact Disc Changer - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 184
located on the driver's door. Your radio can store home and away presets. Home and away presets allow you to use home presets will be active. When battery power is removed and later applied audio system will not play. If the radio is removed from your vehicle, the original VIN in the radio can be used - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 185
yellowblue Audio Steering Wheel Controls Some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. They listening to a CD will cause the player to go to the next or previous selection. When in Radio Data Systems (RDS) Program Type (PTY) mode, the up or down arrow button can be used to perform a - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 186
location, the radio should receive one or two channels. NOTICE: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle -- like a tape player Your Audio System control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it. To help avoid hearing loss or damage: D Adjust the volume control - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 187
a scrubbing action, non-abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn. The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealership (GM Part No. 12344789). When using a scrubbing action, non-abrasive cleaning cassette, it is normal - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 188
tape player serviced. Diversity Antenna System Your AM-FM antennas are located in center to the edge. Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs. Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge. Care of Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 189
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and in varying weather conditions. We've also included many other useful tips on driving. 4-2 4-3 4-6 4-6 4-10 4-12 4-13 4-14 4-15 Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Steering Off-Road Recovery Passing Loss of Control Driving at Night 4-17 4-20 4-21 4-22 4-22 4-23 4-25 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 192
the best defensive driving maneuver, in both city and rural driving. You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly. Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task. Anything that distracts from the driving task -- such as concentrating on - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 193
way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol body weight D The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking Police records show that almost half of all motor ,000 annual motor vehicle-related deaths have been associated with the use of alcohol, - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 194
this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks. The law in many U.S. states sets the level. There is a gender difference, too. Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men. 4-4 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 195
body don't know. Medical research shows that alcohol in a person's system can make crash injuries worse, especially injuries to the brain, spinal drive after drinking. Please don't drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking. Ride home in a cab; or if you're with a group, designate - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 196
Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Braking Braking and eyesight all play a part. So do alcohol, - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 197
is used up, it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push. If there's a problem with the anti-lock brake system, this warning light will stay on. See "Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light" in the Index. Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes (ABS). ABS is - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 198
-lock brakes. Using Anti-Lock Don't pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti-lock work for you. You may hear the anti-lock pump or motor operate, and feel the brake pedal pulsate, but this is normal. Traction Control System Your vehicle has a traction control system that - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 199
Information Center Messages" in the Index. You may feel or hear the system working, but this is normal. If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. When road conditions allow you to safely use it - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 200
can turn the system back on at any time by pressing the button again. The TRACTION READY message should display briefly on the Driver Information Center. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It's important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the "driver lost control" accidents mentioned on - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 201
example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you. You can avoid these problems by braking -- if you can stop in time. But sometimes you can't; there isn't room - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 202
yellowblue Off-Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you're driving. An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o'clock positions, you - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 203
of all traffic accidents -- the head-on collision. So here are some stops. Keep back a reasonable distance. start to accelerate but stay in the right for a better time. D If other cars are lined up to pass a slow intersection, delay your pass. A broken center line usually indicates it's all right to - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 204
conditions, and by not "overdriving" those conditions. But skids are always possible. The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle's three control systems. In the braking skid, your wheels aren't rolling. In the steering or cornering skid, too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 205
quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go. If you start steering quickly enough, your vehicle may straighten out. Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs. Remember: Any anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps avoid only the braking skid. Driving at Night With StabilitrakR, you may see the - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 206
regularly. Some drivers suffer from night blindness -- the inability to see in dim light -- and aren't even aware of it. D Drive defensively. D Don't drink sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses. Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night. But if you're driving, don't wear sunglasses - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 207
less traction. It's always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving. The surface may get wet suddenly when on the windshield, or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts. Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can't stop - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 208
to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally. Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 209
much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine's air intake and badly damage your engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 210
and energy. (See the next part, "Freeway Driving.") D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most D Treat a green light as a warning signal. A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it. When a light turns green, and just before you start to move, check both ways - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 211
or to the prevailing rate if it's slower. Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass. Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then use your turn signal. Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there isn't another vehicle in your "blind" spot - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 212
work -- don't plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in. Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it serviced and maintained, it's ready to go. If it needs service, have it done before starting storm system? - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 213
D Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a comfortably cool interior. Hill and Mountain Roads D Keep your eyes moving. your instruments frequently. D If you get sleepy, pull off the road into a rest, service or parking area and take a nap, get some exercise, or both. For safety, treat - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 214
good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. D Know how to center of the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane. something in your lane, like a stalled car or an accident. special problems - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 215
, a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction. Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle. 4-25 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 216
can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all. You can get wet ice when blowing or loose snow -- drive with caution. Keep your traction control system on. It improves your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road. - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 217
improve your vehicle's stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti-lock braking system, you'll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See "Anti-Lock" in the Index. If You're Caught in a Blizzard D - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 218
the side of the vehicle that's away from the wind. This will help keep CO out. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats -- anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm. You can run - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 219
accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged. You will need a well-charged battery to restart the on a dolly. 2. Put the vehicle in PARK (P). 3. Set the parking brake and then remove the key. 4. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight-ahead - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 220
occupants, cargo and all options not installed in the factory. The other label is the Certification label, found on the rear edge of the driver's door. It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 221
heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. CAUTION: Things you put - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 222
use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well takes correct equipment, and it has to be used properly. That's the reason for this part. In it are many time-tested, important - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 223
use trailer brakes. Be sure to follow the instructions that come with the trailer or from the brake use a sway control if your trailer will weigh more than 2,000 lbs. (900 kg). You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls. (1 600 km) your new vehicle is driven. Your engine, axle or other parts - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 224
Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P.O. Box 436004 Pontiac, MI 48343-6004 In Canada, write to: General Motors in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle. And if you tow a 's maximum load capacity. If you're using a weight-carrying hitch, the trailer tongue - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 225
the driver's door or see "Loading any holes in the body of your vehicle Instructions about bumper-type hitches to it. Use only a frame-mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper. weigh more than 2,000 lbs. (900 kg), be sure to use a properly mounted, weight-distributing hitch and sway control - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 226
't try to tap into your vehicle's hydraulic brake system. If you do, both brake systems won't work well, or at all. If you tow more than 1,000 lbs. (450 kg), use trailer brakes. Be sure to follow the instructions that come with the trailer or from the brake manufacturer. Be sure to read and follow - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 227
hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if possible, have someone guide you. Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer, your to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working. Making Turns NOTICE: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 228
yellowblue Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don't shift down, you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. On long uphill grades, reduce speed to 45 to 50 mph (70 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 229
Your vehicle will need service more often when you're pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule booklet for more on this. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid (don't overfill), engine oil, drive belt, cooling system and brake system. If you're - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 230
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Road Here you'll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. 5-2 5-3 5-3 5-8 5-8 Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating 5-11 5-17 5-18 5-28 5-29 Cooling System If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire Compact Spare Tire - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 234
and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. This light in the center of the button will flash, indicating that the hazard warning flashers are on. Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 235
cranking complaint. Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it won't work, and it could damage your vehicle. 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 236
systems. 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter. Turn off all lamps that aren't needed as well as radios. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries. In addition, it could save your radio! 4. Open the hoods and locate - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 237
maybe other parts, too. Also, don't connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal on the dead battery. CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 238
yellowblue 8. Don't let the other end of the positive (+) cable touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 7. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the remote positive (+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 239
the THEFT SYSTEM light flashes, wait until the light stops flashing before starting the engine. 11. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for awhile. 12. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery. If it won't start after a few tries, it probably needs service. A. Remote - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 240
equipment is used to tow a vehicle. Your vehicle can be towed with wheel-lift or car-carrier equipment. Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your vehicle towed. See "Roadside Assistance" in the Index. Engine Overheating You will find an ENGINE COOLANT HOT, IDLE - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 241
, STOP ENGINE is displayed, an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage. In this damage, allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair. The engine oil will be severely degraded. Repair the cause of coolant loss, change the oil and - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 242
off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood. If you keep driving engine is cool. If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 243
Protection Operating Mode" listed previously in this section. You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away. Cooling System When you decide it's safe to lift the hood, here's what you'll see: A. Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap B. Electric Engine Cooling Fans 5-11 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 244
is boiling, don't do anything else until it cools down. A low coolant level should be indicated by a CHECK COOLANT LEVEL message on the Driver Information Center. If it is, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. 5-12 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 245
fire, and you could be burned. Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle. NOTICE: When adding coolant, it is important that you use only DEX-COOLR (silicate-free) coolant. If coolant other than DEX-COOL is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 246
a problem yet, but the coolant level isn't at or above the fill mark at the forward edge of the surge tank, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOLR coolant at the coolant surge tank, but be sure the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap, is cool before - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 247
yellowblue CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. Your vehicle's coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 248
yellowblue 1. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise (left) about one-quarter turn and then stop. If you hear a hiss, wait for - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 249
to a stop -- well off the road if possible. If a tire goes flat, the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely. 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 250
tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Put the shift lever in PARK (P). 2. Set the parking brake firmly. 3. Turn off the engine. To be even more certain the vehicle won't move, you can put blocks opposite end. The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. 5-18 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 251
yellowblue Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you'll need is in the trunk. Instructions for changing your tires are on the inside of the tire cover. To lift the tire cover to gain access to the spare tire and - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 252
yellowblue Unscrew the wing nuts to remove the container that holds the wrench and jack. Remove the wheel wrench, jack and the spare tire from the trunk. The tools you'll be using include the jack (A) and the wheel wrench (B). 5-20 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 253
yellowblue Removing the Wheel Cover Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire SLS Wheel Shown On the SLS, there is a center wheel cover on the aluminum wheel. Using the flat end of the wheel wrench, gently pry the wheel cover off. Be careful not to scratch the aluminum wheel edge and - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 254
2. Find the jacking location from the diagrams above and corresponding cutouts in the plastic molding. CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 255
personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle. 3. Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to lower the jack lift head until the jack fits under the car. 4. Raise the jack until the metal flange fits firmly into the channel - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 256
spare wheel. 9. Place the spare wheel on the wheel mounting surface. CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come a serious accident. CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 257
yellowblue 12. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. On the STS, screw on the wheel nut covers with your fingers, then tighten one-quarter turn with the wheel wrench. 11. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. 5-25 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 258
't fit. Store the wheel cover and lug nut caps in the trunk until you have the flat tire . This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 259
screw end is flush with the edge of the jack. The compact spare is for temporary use only. Replace the compact spare tire with a full-size tire as soon as you can. See the storage instructions label to replace your compact spare into your trunk properly. Storing the Spare Tire and Tools - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 260
tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails. That can damage the tire and wheel, and maybe other parts of your vehicle. Don't use your - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 261
, but you must use caution. NOTICE: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as Control System" in the Index.) Then shift back and forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear, spinning the wheels as little as possible. Release the accelerator pedal while you shift, and press lightly - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 262
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Service Fuel Filling Your Tank Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Automatic Transaxle Fluid Engine Coolant Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery Number (VIN) Service Parts Identification Label Electrical System Removing the Rear - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 266
'll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you'll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you'll want to use the proper service manual. It tells you - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 267
could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. D Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task. D Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts and other fasteners - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 268
containing MMT are used, spark plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on. If this occurs, return to your authorized Cadillac dealer for service. To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 269
contains methanol. Don't use it. It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts. That damage wouldn't (VIN). General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 The cap is behind a hinged door on the driver's - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 270
side of the instrument panel below the lamp controls. To open the fuel door, press the fuel door release button upward. The vehicle must be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) and the VALET lockout button must be in the OFF position. An alternate fuel door release is located inside of the trunk on the driver - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 271
back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. See "Malfunction Indicator Lamp" in - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 272
, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. CAUTION: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids like gasoline, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or others could be burned. Be careful - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 273
Release Pull the lever inside the vehicle to open the hood. It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel. Then go to the front of the vehicle and find the secondary hood release which is located below the front grille. Move the release lever to the left as - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 274
B. Power Steering Fluid C. Engine Oil Fill Location D. Engine Oil Dipstick Location G. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter E. Brake Master Cylinder H. Surge Tank/Coolant Fill Location F. Transaxle Dipstick/Fill Location Before closing the hood, be sure all filler caps are on properly. Then pull the hood - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 275
the parking lamps on to operate the underhood lamp. The underhood lamp will come on when the hood is opened. The engine oil dipstick is located directly behind the radiator. The black handle says ENGINE OIL on it. Engine Oil Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 276
located behind the radiator on the passenger's side of the engine. Turn the cap counterclockwise to remove it. When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you'll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 277
symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol. If you change your own oil, be sure you use oil that has the Starburst symbol on the front of the oil container. If you have - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 278
use other viscosity oils, such as SAE 20W-50. Engine Oil Additives Don't add anything to your oil. Your dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added. _ _ When to Change Engine Oil Your vehicle has a computer When the computer has calculated (-29_C), consider using either an SAE - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 279
yellowblue The system won't detect dust in the oil. So, if you drive in a streams or bodies of water. Instead, recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil. If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil, ask your dealer, a service station or a local recycling center for help. - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 280
yellowblue Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 1. Disconnect the Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor from the clean air duct. The air cleaner is located next to the coolant surge tank on the driver's side of the engine. Be sure the engine has cooled before following these steps to replace the air cleaner - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 281
cleaner cover latches. 5. Move the air cleaner lid out of the way. 6. Take out the air cleaner filter and remove any loose debris that may be found lying in the air cleaner base. 7. Install a new air filter element. See "Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts" in the Index for the proper type. 6-17 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 282
sensor. 4. Tighten the air duct clamp. 5. Reconnect the IAT sensor. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services off, and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner/filter off. NOTICE: If the air cleaner/filter is off, - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 283
sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick. NOTICE: Too much or too little fluid can damage your transaxle. Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Be sure to get - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 284
cap is located next to the radiator hose and below the air brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range. Then, position the shift lever in PARK (P). Remove the air cleaner assembly so you can reach the transaxle fluid cap. Turn the cap - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 285
fluid to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on the dipstick. 1. Pull out the dipstick. 2. Using a long-neck funnel, add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level. It doesn range, push the dipstick back in all the way. Replace the air cleaner/filter assembly. 6-21 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 286
use Pressure Cap NOTICE: The surge tank cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system. The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 287
boiling protection up to 265_F (129_C). Protect against rust and corrosion. Help keep the proper engine temperature. Let the warning lights and gages work as they should. What to Use Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and one-half DEX-COOLR coolant which won't damage aluminum parts - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 288
the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. If you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have your dealer check your cooling system. NOTICE: If you use the proper coolant, you don't have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 289
tank. The engine coolant surge tank is located on the driver's side of the engine. The cooling system is under a lot of pressure when it is hot. If the CHECK COOLANT LEVEL message appears on the Driver Information Center, you will need to add coolant. If the CHECK COOLANT LEVEL message comes on - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 290
tank, but only when the engine is cool. Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located next to the fuse relay center on the passenger's side of the engine. CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 291
the manufacturer's instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing. The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located next to the fuse relay center on the passenger - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 292
occurs, which could damage the tank if it is completely full. Don't use engine coolant (antifreeze) in your windshield washer. It can damage your washer system and paint. Brakes Brake Fluid D D Your brake master cylinder reservoir is on the driver's side of the engine compartment. It is filled - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 293
the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir. CAUTION: With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system, your brakes may not work well, or they may not even work at all. This could cause a crash. Always use the - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 294
soon your brakes won't work well. That could lead to an accident. When you hear the brake wear warning sound, have your vehicle serviced. Your vehicle also has electronic wear sensors that let you know when the brake pads are significantly worn and new pads are needed. The CHANGE BRAKE PADS message - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 295
under Part C "Periodic Maintenance Inspections." CAUTION: The CHANGE BRAKE PADS message or the high-pitched warning sound means that soon your brakes won't work well. That could lead to an accident. When the CHANGE BRAKE PADS message comes on and stays on, have your vehicle serviced. Brake Pedal - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 296
Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality GM brake parts. When you replace parts of your braking system - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 297
can be badly hurt if you aren't careful. See "Jump Starting" in the Index for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt. Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods. Also, for your audio system, see "Theft-Deterrent Feature" in the Index. To be - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 298
service department. Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions straight forward to disengage the locator pin at the outboard edge of the headlamp. 6-34 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 299
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covers the headlamp socket. 9. To replace the high-beam bulb, turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to unlock the socket from the lamp housing. Follow the instructions in Step 6 through 8 to install the new bulb. 6-36 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 301
system your dealer for service; however, it D If necessary, pads may be used on an uneven doors. D Tires should be properly inflated. D Rock the vehicle to stabilize the suspension. work instructions before beginning. Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlamp parts. 6-37 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 302
Aiming Screw C. Indicator 1. Turn the horizontal aiming screw until the indicator is lined up with zero. A. Horizontal Aiming Screw B. Vertical Aiming Screw Start with the horizontal aim. The adjustment screws can be turned with an E8 TorxR socket or T15 Torx screwdriver. Once the horizontal aim is - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 303
yellowblue B. Vertical Aiming Screw D. Level Bubble Front Turn Signal Lamps 1. The turn signal lamps are located on the outboard side of the headlamps. To access, remove the headlamp, (see Steps 1, 2 and 3 under "Headlamps"). 2. Turn the vertical aiming screw until the level - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 304
yellowblue Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) The individual bulbs in the CHMSL are not serviceable. See your dealer for to the body. 6. Gently remove the taillamp from the body. The taillamp is on the bottom of the housing and the rear turn signal lamp is on the upper part of the housing - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 305
blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See "Wiper Blade Check" in your Maintenance Schedule booklet under Part B "Owner Checks and Services" for more information. It's a good idea to clean or replace the wiper blade assembly on a regular basis or when worn. For proper - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 306
tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Cadillac Warranty booklet for details. CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. D Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 307
for inflation pressure adjustment for higher speed driving. Inflation -- Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label, which is located on the rear edge of the driver's door, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they're cold. "Cold" means your vehicle has been sitting - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 308
kPa). Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You can't tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they're underinflated. Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaks by - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 309
: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become or dirt off. (See "Changing a Flat Tire" in the Index.) When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation pattern shown here. Don't include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation. After - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 310
that Buying New Tires can't be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage. To find out what kind and size of tires you to give proper endurance, handling, speed rating, traction, ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle. If your tires have an all-season - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 311
Quality Grading system does not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use spare tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), or to some limited-production tires. While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 312
conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 313
parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle. CAUTION: Using the braking and handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you lose control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured. Always use - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 314
can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis. See "Changing a Flat Tire" in the Index for more information. Used Replacement Wheels Tire - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 315
instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you're cleaning the inside. Never use these to clean your vehicle: Don't use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses Dry Spot and Soil Remover for cleaning fabric and carpet. They will clean normal spots and stains very well - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 316
cloth. Then, let the leather dry naturally. Do not use heat to dry. D D D D Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Clean up stains as soon as allowed to work into the finish, it can harm the leather. D If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning, clean the Cleaning Vinyl Use warm - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 317
window, since they may have to be scraped off later. If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear window, an electric defogger element may be damaged. AmiR Powder (non-scratching glass cleaning powder), GM Part No. 1050011. The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 318
Fluids and Lubricants" in the Maintenance Schedule booklet.) Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under "Washing Your Vehicle." Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 319
clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that are non-abrasive Use chrome polish only on chrome-plated wheels, but avoid any painted surface of the wheel, and buff off immediately after application. Don't take your vehicle through an automatic car - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 320
used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust system an underbody car washing system can do job causes this, Cadillac will repair, - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 321
Use carpets, seats, interior trim, door panels and floor mats Spray on and rinse with water Attracts, absorbs and removes soils on fabric Shines vehicle without scratching Spray on tire shine Removes dust, fingerprints and surface contaminants Removes light your General Motors Parts Department for - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 322
the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration. D D D D your VIN, the in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, specifications and replacement - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 323
an air bag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle, see "Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle" in the Index. Windshield Wiper Fuses A circuit breaker protects the wiper motor. If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow, the wipers will stop until the motor cools - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 324
. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or Center (BEC) is located in the front of the engine compartment between the windshield washer fluid reservoir and the power steering fluid reservoir - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 325
Not Used Cruise Control Oxygen Sensor A Injector Bank #2 Not Used Powertrain Control Module Ignition Direct Ignition System Oxygen Sensor B Injector Bank #1 Auxiliary Power Cigar Lighter Fog Lamps/Daytime Running Lamps Horn Air Conditioner Clutch Minifuses Fuse 1 2 3 4 5 6 Usage Not Used Accessory - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 326
Daytime Running Lamps Horn Air Conditioner Clutch Maxibreaker Circuit Breaker 41 MaxiFuses Fuse 42 43 44 45 46 47 Usage Not Used Export Brake Antilock Brake System Solenoid Antilock Brake System Motor Cooling Fan Secondary Cooling Fan Primary Usage Starter The spare fuses are located in numbers 48 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 327
Electrical Center (BEC) The rear BEC is located under the rear seat on the driver's side. The rear seat cushion must be removed to access the BEC. See "Removing the Rear Seat Cushion" later in this section. Minifuses Fuse 1 2 3 4 5 Usage Fuel Pump Heater, Ventilation, Air Conditioner Blower Memory - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 328
37 38 Usage Not Used Not Used Passenger Door Module Fuel Door/Trunk Release Interior Lamps Rear HVAC Blower Ignition Switch Not Used Heated Seat Right Front Continuous Variable Road Sensing Suspension Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Ignition 3 Rear Antilock Braking System Turn Signal/Hazard - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 329
Fuel Tank Door Release Interior Lamps Trunk Release Front Courtesy Lamps Rear Courtesy Lamps Electronic Level Control Compressor Circuit Breakers Relay 56 57 Mini Relays Relay 58 59 MaxiFuses Fuse 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 Usage Park Brake Rear Defog Not Used Audio Amplifier ELC Compressor/Exhaust Cigar - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 330
and main fuse boxes are located under the rear seat cushion. The battery's ground terminal and some relay wires are exposed. To help avoid damage to the battery and wires, be careful when removing or reinstalling the seat cushion. Do not remove covers from covered parts. Do not store anything under - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 331
center passenger position safety belt, then route the safety belts through the proper slots in the seat cushion. Don't let the safety belts get twisted. 2. Slide the rear of the cushion up and under the seatback so the rear-locating guides it won't be there to work for the next passenger. The person - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 332
279 cubic inches (4 565 cc) Type ...4.6 L DOHC V8 VIN Engine Code SLS ...Y STS ...9 Horsepower SLS ...275 (bhp) @ 5600 rpm 205 (kW) @ 5600 rpm STS SLS ...300 (lb-ft) @ 4000 rpm 407 (N·m) @ 4000 rpm STS ...295 (lb-ft) @ 4400 rpm 400 (N·m) @ 4400 rpm Firing Order ...1-2-7-3-4-5-6-8 Thermostat Starts - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 333
L) Engine Cooling System ...12.5 manual. Recheck fluid level after filling. Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Filter Element ...AC Type A1208C Fuel Filter Element ...AC Type GF-627 Engine Oil Filter ...AC Type PF-58 PCV Valve ...AC Type CV-774C Spark Plugs ...AC Type 41-950 Thermostat ...AC - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 334
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Here you will find out how to contact Cadillac if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. to the Canadian Government Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada 7- 7-1 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 336
, service or parts manager , contact the owner of the dealership or the general manager. STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 337
booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of -impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Cadillac has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Cadillac by dialing: 1-800 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 338
addressed to Cadillac's Customer Assistance Center. All Overseas Locations GMODC - Customer Communication Centre 169-007 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Telephone: 905-644-4112 Fax: 905-644-4866 United States Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P.O. Box - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 339
controls, or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text telephone Service Cadillac's exceptional Roadside Service is more than an auto club or towing service. It provides every Cadillac owner with the advantage of contacting a Cadillac advisor and, when appropriate, a Cadillac - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 340
Owner Privilegest at "no charge," throughout your 1999 Cadillac Warranty Period -- 48 months/ 50,000 miles (80 000 km). Emergency Road Service is performed on site for the following situations: D D D D D 7-6 Towing Service Battery Jump Starting Lock Out Assistance Fuel Delivery Flat Tire Change - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 341
arrange to have your car towed to the nearest Cadillac dealership. Reaching Roadside Service Dial the toll-free Roadside Service number: 1-800-882-1112. An experienced Roadside Service Advisor will assist you and request the following information: D A description of the problem D Name, home address - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 342
yellowblue Courtesy Transportation Cadillac has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealerships are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. The Courtesy - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 343
, up to a maximum of $35.00 per day supported by receipts. This requires that you sign and complete a the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is not part of , such as shuttle service, may not be available General Motors of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty, alternative transportation - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 344
of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington, D.C. area) or - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 345
5539. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you'll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-458-8006, or write: Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P.O. Box 436004 Pontiac, MI - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 346
information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.) CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1999 CADILLAC SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $90.00 TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 347
1999 1999 1999 1999 QTY. PRICE EACH* $90.00 $50.00 $15.00 $10.00 TOTAL PRICE 1 9 9 9 G M S H I P T O PUBLICATION FORM NUMBER ITEM DESCRIPTION Service Manual Car & Light Truck Transmission Unit Repair Owner's Manual In Portfolio Owner's Manual shipping address shown. AREA CODE GM-CAD-ORD99 *( - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 348
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...4-7 Adapter Kits, CDs ...3-27 Adaptive Seat Control ...1-3 Adding Engine Oil ...6-12 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ...6-3 Aiming Headlamps ...6-37 Air Bag ...1-19 How Does it Restrain ...1-25 How it Works ...1-22 Location ...1-22 Readiness Light ...1-21, 2-68 Servicing ...1-26 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 350
35 Carpet Cleaning ...6-51 Cassette Tape Player Care ...3-33 Cassette Tape Players ...3-13, 3-23 CD Adapter Kits ...3-27 CD Changer, Console-Mounted ...3-28 Cellular Telephone ...2-56 Center Console Storage ...2-54 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp, Bulb Replacement ...6-40 Central Door Unlocking System - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 351
49 Console Shift Lever ...2-29 Console-Mounted CD Changer ...3-28 Continuous Variable Road Sensing Suspension (CVRSS) ...2-91 Control of a Vehicle ...4-6 Control System, Traction ...4-8 Convenience Net ...2-54 Convex Outside Mirror ...2-52 Coolant ...6-23 Heater, Engine ...2-22 Surge Tank ...5-11 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 352
yellowblue Cooling System ...5-11 Cornering Lamps ...2-45 Courtesy Transportation ...7-8 Cruise Control ...2-40 Cruise Control Light ...2-76 Cupholders (in Storage Areas) ...2-54 Curb View Assist Mirror ...2-53, 2-90 Curb View Assist Mirror Programming ...2-90 Customer Assistance For Text Telephone - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 353
...2-49 Electronic Level Control ...4-31 Electronic Solar Sensor ...3-6 Engine ...6-10 Air Cleaner/Filter ...6-16 Coolant ...6-23 Coolant Heater ...2-22 Coolant Hot, Idle Engine Message ...2-81 Coolant Temperature Gage ...2-72 Coolant Temperature Warning Light ...2-71 Cooling When Trailer Towing - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 354
) ...4-30 Guide en Français ...ii GVWR ...4-30 alogen Bulbs ...6-34 Handles, Assist ...2-56 Hazard Warning Flashers ...5-2 Head Restraints ...1-6 Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank ...5-14 How to Reset the Oil Life Indicator ...6-15 HVAC Steering Wheel Controls ...3-10 Hydraulic Brake Warning Lights - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 355
Door Ajar Message ...2-82 Light Sensor ...2-46 Lighted Visor Vanity Mirror ...2-56 Lighter ...2-55 Lighting, Exterior ...2-88 Lights Air Bag Readiness ...1-21, 2-68 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ...2-70, 4-7 Brake System Warning ...2-69 Charging System ...2-69 Cruise Control ...2-76 Engine Coolant - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 356
Automatic Door ...2-5, 2-88 Rear Door Security ...2-6 Torque ...2-30 Trunk Release ...2-11 Valet ...2-17 Loss of Control ...4-14 Lumbar Control ...1-2 Lumbar, Massaging ...1-3 Mirrors Convex Outside ...2-52 Curb View Assist ...2-53, 2-90 Driver's Outside Auto-Dimming Rearview ...2-52 Lighted Visor - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 357
Disc ...3-15, 3-25 Power Accessory, Retained ...2-20 Door Locks ...2-5 Remote Control Mirror ...2-52 Seat ...1-2 Steering ...4-10 Steering Fluid ...6-26 Windows ...2-34 Windows and Other Power Options ...6-59 Pregnancy, Use of Safety Belts ...1-18 Problems on the Road ...5-1 Programmable Automatic - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 358
Child ...1-33 Head ...1-6 Replacing Parts After a Crash ...1-46 Resynchronization ...2-10 Retained Accessory Power ...2-20 Reverse, Automatic Transaxle ...2-25 Right Front Passenger Position ...1-19 Right Rear Door Ajar Message ...2-83 RKE (Remote Keyless Entry) ...2-7 Roadside Assistance (Service - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 359
System ...2-15, 2-17 Service ...6-2 AC System Message ...2-83 Air Bag Message ...2-83 Bulletins, Ordering ...7-11, 7-12 Charging Sys Message ...2-83 Electrical Sys Message ...2-83 Engine Soon Light ...2-72 Fuel System Message ...2-83 Idle Control Message ...2-83 Manuals, Ordering ...7-11, 7-12 Parts - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 360
Wheel Auto Exit ...2-87 Controls ...3-10, 3-31 Memory Function ...1-3 Storage Compartments ...2-53 Storage System, Trunk ...2-12 Storage, Vehicle ...6-33 Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow ...5-29 Sun Visors ...2-56 Sunroof ...2-57 Supplemental Inflatable Restraint ...1-19 Surge Tank, Coolant ...5-11 - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 361
Trailer Brakes ...4-36 Driving on Grades ...4-38 Driving with ...4-36 Engine Cooling When ...2-17 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ...6-57 Control ...4-6 Control, Loss of ...4-14 Damage Warnings ... Ventilation System ...3-8 VIN ...6-58 Visors, Sun ...2-56 arning Devices ...5-3 Warning Lights, Gages - 1999 Cadillac Seville | Owner's Manual - Page 362
yellowblue Wheel Alignment ...6-49 Nut Torque ...5-26, 6-69 Replacement ...6-49 Wrench ...5-19, 5-20 Window, Rear Defogger ...3-7 Windows ...2-34 Express-Down ...2-34 Power ...2-34 Rear Lockout ...2-34 Windshield Washer ...2-39 Windshield Washer Fluid ...2-39, 6-27 Windshield Wipers ...2-37 Blade